Come stand for a moment on these steps with me.
Pause, look down, what do you see?
I see life passing by
An angry word said
I see missed opportunities
A worn empty thread
I see all the worlds sadness
Why are things this way?
I feel like I failed
Struggles everyday
I see people I knew
Hear all the things I said
A book over written
Thoughts too well read
Look again I say that’s not what I see
There seems to be a difference, please bear with me.
I see a life well lived
Emotions alive
Different paths chosen
Able to strive
I see a desire to make better
A heart spilling free
Someone whose trying
No matter what will be
Yes I see the pain
I see the emotions felt
And a tongue held wisely
Just managing what’s dealt
Now look up there, what can there be?
Step in the unknown for a second with me.
That’s scary you say
I just don’t know why
I’m not sure either
But I’m willing to try
I see uncertainty and worry
A world that doesn’t know
No place to settle
Things too fast or slow
I see an ageing body
A mind becoming dull
Searching for connection
But never feeling full
Wait but I can see it, refocus your eyes....
Take another look up to the skies.
I see a mind that is thinking
I see energy conserved
A world full of choices
Where nothing’s reserved
Where kindness and wisdom
Feed inquisitive minds
I see a bruised heart
Because it’s loved so many times
Most people feel this way
That life might pass us by
When really it’s the journey
That teaches us to try
So what do you think?
There’s no guarantee.
Will you take my hand and climb these steps with me?
(Painting; 'Together on Steps' Original Water colour by Bill Lupton)
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